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Osteoporosis: A Silent Thief of Bone Health
Description
Osteoporosis is a progressive bone disease that causes bones to become weak and brittle. This can increase the risk of fractures, which can be painful, debilitating, and even life-threatening. Osteoporosis is often referred to as a "silent disease" because it typically does not cause any symptoms until a fracture occurs.
Associated Diseases
Osteoporosis is associated with several other diseases, including:
- Cushing's syndrome
- Diabetes
- Celiac disease
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Multiple myeloma
- Leukemia
Did you Know ?
According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, approximately 10 million Americans over the age of 50 have osteoporosis, and another 44 million have low bone mass, which can lead to osteoporosis.
